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Syracuse, N.Y., Local Laws ch. 8 § 8-5

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Syracuse, N.Y., Local Laws ch. 8 § 8-5
The provisions of this law shall be liberally construed for the accomplishment of the purposes thereof.
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Plain English

Syracuse Local Laws ch. 8 § 8-5 is a construction clause directing that the broader law it belongs to should be interpreted broadly and flexibly, rather than narrowly or technically. Courts and administrators applying this law are guided to favor interpretations that advance the law's underlying goals. This type of provision generally expands, rather than restricts, the reach of the protections or requirements the law establishes.

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For Property Managers

Under Syracuse Local Laws ch. 8 § 8-5, operators subject to this chapter should be aware that ambiguities in the law's requirements are generally resolved in favor of the law's stated purposes, not in favor of narrow readings that might limit obligations. Compliant operators typically err on the side of fuller compliance rather than relying on technical loopholes. Understanding the overarching goals of ch. 8 helps inform how its specific provisions are likely to be applied.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Syracuse Local Laws ch. 8 § 8-5 signals that the protections in this chapter are meant to be read broadly in favor of the law's purposes, which can be relevant when a landlord argues for a narrow interpretation of tenant rights. Tenants who believe a provision of ch. 8 is being applied too restrictively may raise this construction clause as context in any complaint or proceeding. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Syracuse housing law can help explain how this interpretive principle has been applied in practice.

General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.

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